[Vegas69]

Fellas, I've neglected this thread for a long while so I thought I'd fire it back up!

I'm still doing the deal some 4 years later. I've now done thousands of hours of personal development teamed with putting the ideas into action. One of the biggest positives in life is that our growth is limitless. The strength of our marriage, influence on our kids, support for our friends, how healthy we feel, our incomes, net worth, impact through benevolence, contentment, and last but certainly not least, the depth of our faith.

Some of the goals all this hard work has engendered over that time:

A much stronger marriage
A much stronger leader
A much stronger faith
Making a difference in my community through benevolence
Tripled my income and net worth
100% Debt free (The house, land, cars are all paid for) The business is run debt free as well.
From a pessimist to an optimist (Tested)
Top 40 real estate agent/Under 40 in Southern Nevada
Cleaned up so many health deficiencies (B12 deficiency, Regularity, Sleeping habits, Whole foods based diet, and the list goes on and on) Lost 35 lbs initially.
Ran a mile at 6:15 pace. Placed 15th out of 369 runners in a 5K.
Learned to manage my energy and time wisely
Worked hard on a personality of equanimity. Patience, contentment, judging others and myself, accepting responsibility, etc..
I've learned to manage my own mind more effectively than ever and have good self awareness.

I'm certainly not listing these things to puff out my chest. i just think it's important to show that I've walked the walk consistently. I've put in the hard work!

It takes some serious self discovery to make way for BIG change. That means uncovering some serious weaknesses along the way that need attention. I think that's a big stumbling block for most. Do you really want to know? It's hard on the mind until you learn to accept things and your self to a large degree and move forward. Get more effective and managing yourself. At the end of the day, self management is one of the huge secrets of success. You simply need the tools and that happens through work.

The positive side, you also discover your strengths along the way and your tendencies. They are discovered through books and many tests out there to give you a better understanding of why you are wired a certain way. These strengths can be harnessed and honed to help you progress in any area.

For instance: I've learned that I'm an introvert by nature in a sales job. I've learned to be extroverted M-F. On the weekends I've learned to avoid busy places like concerts and places where I must engage. I recharge in nature or spending time alone. This is energy management. Time management is said to be the best kept secret of the rich. How about the energy you have to spend on that time? More importantly, the energy you have for your family and passions?

Learning what makes you tick is key to energy management. So are focusing on value in your days. Learning what is of greatest value in your business every day so you have piercing focus. That can diminish a 50 hour work week to 35 easily with better results.

Life is always a delicate balancing act. We aren't meant to figure it all out, but I believe we are meant to keep improving, tweaking, renewing, and getting better. Being ambitious and content is a tall order. One I've worked hard on as of late.
Contentment comes from simplicity, lack of debt, and definitely your attitude towards your future.

I could go on for days....

A good place to start:


Change a habit today. Read a positive book or watch a video first thing in the morning with your coffee. End the day the same way as you lie in bed. You control both ends of your day. The start and the ending. Your attitude will improve immediately. Make it a habit by doing it EVERYDAY for at least 30 days. A good book to start with is WOODEN. A great book buy John Wooden.

"You attract the things to yourself by the person you become."-Jim Rohn

What do you guys have to add?